Sunday, July 26, 2020

אַבָּא וְאַבָּא יָצְאוּ לַדֶּרֶךְ

אַבָּא וְאַבָּא יָצְאוּ לַדֶּרֶךְ 
by Dvir Dahan 
illus. by Roi Rahamim 
Language: Hebrew 
[Israel]: 2019. 
p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 
Summary: 
Available: https://headstart.co.il/project/54805#utm_source=instagram_page_01_12&utm_medium=instagram&utm_campaign=HS_Dvir_Dahan_54805

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Nurturing a Seed: A Story of Surrogacy

Nurturing a Seed: A Story of Surrogacy 
by Mardi Palan 
illus. by Amy Suha Kuttab 
Language: English 
CreateSpace, 2020. 
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 1719582661; 9781719582667 
Summary: Join two children as they discover how a surrogacy is similar to nurturing a seed. This is a story of completing a surrogacy for a family that did not have all the necessary materials to grow their special plant. With the support of the community, it is made possible. This metaphor is also great for preparing future surrogates on their journey. Authored by Mardi Palan who surrogated twins for an Israeli couple, this true story can be found on Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and National Public Radio (NPR). This book is also translated into Hebrew, which is read from the back cover to the middle. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1719582661

Different Just Like Us

Different Just Like Us 
by Lexi Layton and Tammi Croteau Keen 
illus. by Eddie Yeung and Joycelyne Guerra
Language: English 
CreateSpace, 2018. 
40 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 1973887460 ; 9781973887461
Summary: “If love is what makes us different, then I hope everyone can be different, just like us.”Nine-year-old Lexi shares the story of her very special family and how it came to be. It might not look just like yours, but it’s full of fun and love. Lexi hopes all children can be kind to one another, no matter what their families look like on the outside. A portion of proceeds from sales will benefit Carrollwood Day School. Five-star review from Readers' Favorite for Different Just Like Us: Readers' Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and have received the "Best Websites for Authors" and "Honoring Excellence" awards from the Association of Independent Authors. They are also fully accredited bythe BBB (A+ rating), which is a rarity among Book Review and Book Award Contest companies. Reviewed By Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite: "Let's get to know Lexi and her family in the storybook Different Just Like Us by Lexi Layton with Tammi Croteau Keen. She has a dog, Teddy, and a puppy, Toby, who are half-siblings because they have the same dad. Lexi loves dogs and she loves to bake. She has her own business which is making treats for dogs. Sometimes she spends the money she gets from selling the dog treats and sometimes she saves it. Her family also helps her in making the treats and selling them. They have fun together and they all love music. Every family is different and Lexi is proud of her family. She has two moms and she loves both of them. Her older brother Logan is strong and healthy and he likes to work out. Lexi's favorite story is the one about how she was created. Lexi is happy with her life and the way things are. Her life is filled with love and she doesn't want to change anything. The book tackles the concept of donor children from a child's perspective and teaches children to love each other irrespective of what their families are. The story is about kindness and acceptance and the illustrations bring the concept and the characters alive for young readers. It is a good story to read out to children in classrooms to encourage them to be kind to each other, no matter what their background is. Every family is different and it is important to accept people for what they are and celebrate them. Stories like this are wonderful for children because it makes it easy for them to understand the concept in an interesting way without sounding complicated and difficult."You can learn more about Lexi Layton with Tammi Croteau Keen and "Different Just Like Us" at https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/different-just-like-us where you can read reviews and the author’s biography, as well as connect with the author directly or through their website and social media pages. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1973887460

Friday, July 17, 2020

When a Dibling is Born

When a Dibling is Born 
by Melissa Lavi 
illus. by Ela Ward
Language: English 
Melissa Jane Lavi, 2020. 
36 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 9887404454 ; 9789887404453 
Summary: There is always a rush of joy 'when a child is born'. Welcoming new life and new beginnings, with endless opportunities ahead. As the world becomes more accepting and more diverse, it is particularly special, when a dibling is born. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/9887404454

Thursday, July 16, 2020

È da una fiaba che tutti arriviamo

È da una fiaba che tutti arriviamo 
by Emma Fenu 
illus. by S. Mandrici 
Language: Italian 
Milena Edizioni, 2018. 
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 8885459161 ; 9788885459168 
Summary: "È da una fiaba che tutti arriviamo" è una raccolta illustrata di filastrocche, dedicate ai bambini dai due ai cinque anni. Tratta del concepimento naturale, della fecondazione assistita, omologa e eterologa, e dell'adozione. Rispondere alla domanda sull'origine posta dai nostri bambini di tre, quattro, cinque anni richiede una buona dose di creatività per dire la verità attraverso la metafora, con la poesia, con immagini non edulcorate o fasulle, ma comprensibili per la mente dei piccoli che è essa stessa un luogo magico. 
Available: https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/8885459161

From Your First Heartbeat: A Love Story for My IVF Babies

From Your First Heartbeat: A Love Story for My IVF Babies 
written and illustrated by Tara Bushby 
Language: English 
Friesen Press, 2020. 
20 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 1525565877 ; 9781525565878 
Summary: Sometimes babies come into a family in the old-fashioned way, but sometimes parents need to try extra hard to have a baby and have to go to a doctor for help. But mommies and daddies don't mind taking a few extra steps if it means their dream of having a baby can come true! Written in beautiful, heartfelt simple verse, From Your First Heartbeat is a love story for all children born through IVF to help them understand how much their parents wanted them and how special they truly are. This book is a must-read for all IVF families and a beautiful reassurance for their children that regardless of which path their parents took- with a doctor, donor, or surrogate-they are loved and cherished... 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Your-First-Heartbeat-Story-Babies/dp/1525565877

Friday, July 10, 2020

A Cub Come True: An IVF Story

A Cub Come True: An IVF Story 
by Dr. Eduardo Hariton and Dr. Pietro Bortoletto
Language: English 
Bowker, 2020. 
26 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 1735369306 ; 9781735369303
Summary: Starting a family isn’t always straightforward, and many families today are started with the help of fertility specialists. Nonetheless, it can be sometimes be challenging for parents to share this part of their journey with their children. A Cub Come True shares the story of Ted and Sue, a panda couple who are having trouble conceiving. A friendly penguin recommends that they go see Dr. Feathers, the Zoo’s fertility doctor. With a little help and a lot of luck, Ted and Sue are able to start their family and their lives are forever changed. A Cub Come True is the perfect children’s tale to introduce young children to the concept of fertility treatment. Using simple analogies and beautiful illustrations, the book is the perfect platform to start the conversation of how they came to be, with a little help from their own Dr. Feathers. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735369306

Little Treasure: Journey to Single Motherhood

Little Treasure: Journey to Single Motherhood 
by Anat Georgy 
illus. by Shahar Leibovich
Language: English 
Independently published, 2020. 
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 9798651934089 
Summary: Children's book for single moms. Age level: 4 and up. "Little Treasure" celebrates love, life, and choice. This book will help single parents share their journey to parenthood with their children. Ellie sets off on a journey with the help of friends to find a special treasure, only to discover it was inside her all along. Lovely illustrations tell a story full of hope and love. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Treasure-Journey-Single-Motherhood/dp/B08BDSDM4C

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

A Quokka Life: Love Makes a Family

A Quokka Life: Love Makes a Family 
by Jason & Kunal Aronne 
Language: English 
J & K Productions, 2020. 
Kickstarter Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aquokkalife/a-quokka-life-love-makes-family

Sunday, July 5, 2020

Brave Happy Single Mama-A Sperm Donation Story Across Traditional Culture

Brave Happy Single Mama-A Sperm Donation Story Across Traditional Culture 
written and illustrated by Si Yao Shining Li 
Language: Chinese and English 
Si Yao Shining Li, 2020. 
34 p. : col. ill. ; cm. 
ISBN: 057871633X ; 9780578716336 
Summary: This book has been written and illustrated to convey a story on how a single lady against traditional values bravely through the sperm donation program to become a single mother. It will help us to understand the procedure of sperm donation, and the essential step to be a brave and happily single mother. This will not only be a helpful guide to many single women but also would expect could benefit their child to understand how they came to the world. This book is specially designed as a bilingual version to support the Chinese single women who are preparing/undergoing their reproductive journey in the United States. 
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Donation-Across-Traditional-Culture/dp/057871633X